Online class registration
and payment via Paypal or Credit Card now available!
To make registering for our classes even easier, we have started accepting online registration and online payments. The system we are using is limited to a maximum of 10 active events at a time, so the first 10 classes of the seasons have that capability at present. As the classes either fill up or take place, we will shift the online component to the next class in calendar order. So keep checking this page as we post updates!
A link is listed at the bottom of each class description that will take you to the secure registration system. Once that page opens, scroll down and look for the blue "Register Now" button at the bottom right of the screen.
Of course, we also suggest that you register for classes as soon as possible to guarantee your place, so low-tech registration via phone, mail or a personal visit to the co-op is still available as well. To avail yourself of these low-tech opportunities, download a Class Registration Form.
Call the Lost River Artisans at 304-897-7242 or emai us at lrac@hardynet.com if you have questions about the classes.
And don't forget to check regularly for updates and new classes!
August (UPDATED)
JUST ADDED! A Day of Lavender (2 Sessions)
Saturday, August 20
Morning Session: 9:30 a.m.to 12 noon
Afternoon Session: 12 noon to 3:30
Fee: $58
Instructor: Beth Vosoba, Lavender Artist, Essence de Provence, www.essencedeprovence.com
Minimum: 6 students
Maximum: 12 students
Supplies: Lavender, all supplies & lunch included
At the end of July every summer, Beth travels to Provence to pick the most beautiful and fragrant lavender flowers in the south of France. She then ships them back to the United States to create items of beauty. In this workshop, students will make a 13-inch lavender wreath with ribbon and a lavender swag to hang in the kitchen, bath or anywhere in the home.
For lunch, enjoy quiche Lorraine and Caesar salad lunch with lavender honey on biscuits, lavender confit, and sugar cookies dusted with lavender!
Friday, Saturday & Sunday, August 19, 20 & 21
Friday 7 to 8 p.m.
Saturday 9 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Student Fee: $128
Instructor: Frank Ceravalo, Photographer
Minimum: 4 Students
Maximum: 12 Students
Supplies: All supplies included
Registration Deadline: August 6
Join renowned West Virginia photographer Frank Ceravalo in this hands-on journey into the world of nature and landscape photography. On Friday evening Frank will present slides and critiques of his work.
On Saturday and Sunday, students will gain technical knowledge of digital photography, kinds of cameras, megapixels, white balancing, RAW file formats, functions of differing lens, organizing and storing files, and adjusting images in programs such as Adobe Photoshop & Lightroom. Thorough discussions will be held on photographic composition, design and light, comparisons of 35mm and digital work, times of day to shoot, and composing the photograph through the camera lens and on the computer.
Field work will also be involved in the class.
www.vistawv.com
Saturday, August 27 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Fee: $88
Instructor: Susan Shildmeyer, Heritage Craft Center, Martinsburg
Minimum: 6 Students
Maximum: 8 Students
Supplies: Students need to bring 4 colors DK (or sport) weight yarn (one may be multi-colored), Size 6 straight needles, 16” circular needle size 6, scissors, tapestry needle, stitch markers, pencil and paper.
Registration Deadline: August 13
The Intarsia knitting technique is used to create patterns with multiple colors and is known as picture knitting. As with the woodworking technique of the same name, fields of different colors appear to be inlaid in one another but are really separate pieces that are fitted together like a jigsaw puzzle. Students will make an Intarsia square suitable for finishing into a pillow or tote bag.
Sunday, August 28 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Fee: $88
Instructor: Susan Shildmeyer, Heritage Craft Center, Martinsburg
Minimum: 6 Students
Maximum: 8 Students
Supplies: Students need to bring 4 colors DK (or sport) weight yarn (one may be multi-colored), Size 6 straight needles, 16” circular needle size 6, scissors, tapestry needle, stitch markers, pencil and paper.
Registration Deadline: August 13
Techniques taught in Intarsia Class will be used in Fair Isle Knitting
Fair Isle knitting is also know as Jaquard or stranded knitting. Reading charts, changing colors, weaving, managing “floats” and knitting Fair Isle on circular needles will all be covered. Students will create a head band to wear home!
Saturday & Sunday, August 27 & 28 from 1 to 4 p.m.
Fee: $84
Instructor: Nancy Streeter, Heritage Craft Center, Martinsburg
Minimum: 6 Students
Maximum: 8 Students
Supplies: All supplies are included
Registration Deadline: August 13
Learn to hand carve a bear, a dog, or your favorite animal in this hands on class. Instruction will include the use and care of carving tools, methods and techniques. Discussion of paints and painting techniques will also be covered as students paint the carved animal in this class. Those with prior woodcarving experience may do advanced projects.
Saturday, September 17 from 1 to 5 p.m.
Fee: $48
Instructor: Deborah Nees
Minimum: 4 Students
Maximum: 10 Students
Supplies: Included in fee
Capture the fall! Shenandoah Valley artist Deborah Nees teaches on local, regional and national levels and gives students “fun” damentals with her methods of teaching painting. In this class, students will learn material selection, laying in and working out color and design. Canvas, oils and brushes are provided.
www.DeborahKayNees.com
JUST ADDED! A Day of Lavender (2 Sessions)
A Weekend of Nature & Landscape Photography
Fair Isle Knitting
Oil Painting